Bethlehem

Bethlehem is a small town in Judea known as the city of David, the birthplace of King David. The prophet Micah foretold that the ruler of Israel would come from it. There Jesus was born and laid in a manger, and shepherds came to adore him.

• Also known as: City of David, Ephrathah
• Role: Birthplace of Jesus in Judea
• Key Scripture: Micah 5:2, Luke 2:4-7, Matthew 2:1-6

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